Main Dishes

Enmoladas

EL MEJOR NIDO
Enmoladas
Recipe Info - Skill Level
Level
Easy
Recipe Info - Prep Time
Prep 
15 min
Recipe Info - Cook Time
Cook 
50 min
Recipe Info - Serving Size
Servings
9 servings, 3 enmoladas per serving

In their original form, enchiladas were street food and consisted of corn tortillas without filling accompanied by a dipping sauce. This Enmolada recipe is an authentic version of corn tortillas covered in a mole sauce and is quick, easy and delicious.

Discover the essence of traditional Mexican cuisine with Enmoladas. This authentic enmolada recipe from Official ABUELITA™ delivers a rich, flavorful experience by combining corn tortillas, generously covered in a velvety mole sauce. If you've ever wondered, what are enmoladas, they are essentially enchiladas enmoladas, showcasing the deliciousness of Mexican mole.

Crafted with MAGGI Granulated Chicken Flavor Bouillon and NESTLÉ ABUELITA Authentic Mexican Hot Chocolate Drink, the mole sauce achieves a perfect balance between savory and sweet. The simplicity of this enmoladas recipe makes it ideal for family dinners, casual get-togethers, or even cozy nights in. It’s a dish that beautifully blends depth of flavor with ease of preparation, solidifying its place in Mexican culinary tradition.

Perfect for celebrating occasions like Cinco de Mayo or Hispanic Heritage Day, this easy-to-follow enmolada recipe is sure to become a favorite in your household. Embrace the true flavors of Mexico and master an iconic dish that's both accessible and impressive.

Ingredients

Step 1

Place tomatillos in a large saucepan with enough water to cover. Boil for 10 minutes or until tender. Set aside.

Step 2

Place dried chiles and enough water to cover in a medium saucepan. Boil for 10 minutes. Reserve water.

Step 3

Place tomatillos, chiles, tomatoes, onion, almonds, peanuts, breadcrumbs, 1 tablespoon sesame seeds, cloves, cinnamon stick, garlic, bouillon and 3 cups reserved chile water in blender; cover. Blend well.

Step 4

Strain mixture through a mesh sieve.

Step 5

Place 3 tablespoons oil in a large saucepan over medium-low heat. Carefully pour in chile mixture; add Abuelita chocolate. Cook, stirring occasionally, for about 10 minutes or until chocolate is melted and mixture is thickened.

Step 6

Heat ¼ cup oil in a large skillet. Lightly fry each tortilla approximately 30 seconds on each side.

Step 7

Fold each tortilla in half and place 3 on each serving plate. Cover with about 3/4 cup mole sauce and sprinkle with remaining tablespoon toasted sesame seeds.

Ingredients

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